ICIS - Search Articles by Date : October 11 2010 - October 17 2010

The ICIS Innovation Awards 2010: LANXESS has created a new central innovation group
LANXESS has created a new central innovation group as part of its effort to boost R&D, after a thorough review of strategy assisted by CRA.... more
(11 October 2010 14:39)

The ICIS TOP 100 Chemical Distributors overview: On the road to a solid recovery
Correction: The original version of this story incorrectly identified the author as Gordon Gaff. It is Gordon Graff. A corrected version follows. .... more
(11 October 2010 14:39)

The ICIS Innovation Awards 2010: NiTech Solutions wins SME award
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(11 October 2010 14:39)

The ICIS Innovation Awards 2010: Huntsman Advanced Materials wins Best Business Innovation award
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(11 October 2010 14:39)

The ICIS Innovation Awards 2010: Tata Chemicals is overall winner
Tata Chemicals is the overall winner of the ICIS Innovation Awards for its innovative low-cost drinking water purifier, which also wins for Best.... more
(11 October 2010 14:39)

The ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors: Europe's chemical distributors see a steady pick-up in demand
While business trends are positive for Europe's chemical distributors, there are still plenty of issues for the sector's trade body, FECC, to deal.... more
(11 October 2010 15:07)

The ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors: Chemical distribution companies adapt to a changing environment
With sales rebounding strongly in 2010, companies are turning their attention to strategic M&A, geographic expansion and regulatory compliance .... more
(11 October 2010 11:27)

The ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors: National Association of Chemical Distributors stays vigilant on US legislation
Distributors have a bright future, despite increasing regulatory pressures, says the National Association of Chemical Distributors On top of an.... more
(11 October 2010 11:27)

The ICIS Innovation Awards 2010: Teijin Fibers wins ICIS environmental award
Teijin Fibers' ECO CIRCLE system for collection and chemical recycling of polyester textiles is chosen as the Innovation with Best Environmental.... more
(11 October 2010 11:27)

The ICIS Innovation Awards 2010: U.S. Chemicals focuses on innovation, environment and service
Innovation, the environment and customer service drive the business ethos at chemical distributor U.S. Chemicals, which is a sponsor for the first.... more
(11 October 2010 11:27)

This week's world news
FRENCH STRIKES COULD CAUSE PRODUCTION ISSUES The French port strikes could seriously affect some chemical production and global availability if.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

European chemical profile: Butadiene
USES Butadiene (BD) is used to produce synthetic rubbers and polymer resins, as well as a few chemical intermediates. The largest uses are.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Olefins outlook for 2011 optimistic
The industry is bullish for next year, and is forecasting an increase in demand and high plant utilization rates There will be increased demand.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Petrochemicals news in brief
FLAT SETTLEMENTS FOR US OLEFINS MARKETSUS ethylene contracts for September settled flat from August as higher production costs offset a small drop.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Spot styrene spikes in Europe and Asia
Healthy exports support surge in Europe; Asian demand boosted by National Day holidays Brisk trade in Asia has been attracting European styrene.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Chemical market trends: Mixed results for contract settlements
After speculation that a split ­October butadiene (BD) contract could emerge in the US - echoing September's contentious settlement - it was... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Key chemical prices
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(11 October 2010 00:00)

Think tank: Shell explores refinery streams for chemicals
Anglo-Dutch energy and chemical major Shell still has a great deal to play for in chemicals, but it can boost profitability... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Market intelligence: 2011 outlook for petrochemicals and polymers is muddled
Producers and analysts perspectives on next year's outlook for petrochemicals and polymers are mixed. Will the good times continue to roll? The.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

News focus: Outlook for European petrochemicals in 2011 is positive
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(11 October 2010 00:00)

Commentary: Central banks turning on the money spigots will boost chemical markets
Asset price reflation from quantitative easing will give a boost to chemical markets As central banks around the world open the money spigots,.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Petrochemicals: Downward pressure persists for butadiene
European butadiene (BD) spot prices were continuing to soften amid improved availability in the week ending October 1. Spot prices began to.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Biofuels: Tight supply hikes Brazilian ethanol price
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(11 October 2010 00:00)

Projects news in brief
solutia studies PVB project in asia pacific US-based Solutia is studying a polyvinyl butyral (PVB) resin project in Asia Pacific. The additional.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Projects: BASF extends acrylics chain in China
German producer plans to add water treatment and paper chemicals to its product slate BASF plans to build plants for water treatment and.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Polymers: Increasing feedstock costs drive PS pricing pressure
Increasing prices for polystyrene feedstock styrene are driving the resin's prices upward Buyers are not appreciating the spate of polystyrene.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Polymers news in brief
US PET PRICES INCREASE BY 2 CENTS US bottle-grade polyethylene terephthalate (PET) contract prices for September increased by 2 cents/lb.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

New projects and permanent plant shutdowns: September 27-October 4, 2010
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(11 October 2010 00:00)

Intermediates news in brief
EU PRODUCERS AIM AT OCTOBER MEA HIKES Two major European ethanolamines producers aim to raise October monoethanolamine (MEA) prices by.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

TDI languishes amid weak demand
Projects in China will dramatically expand domestic production capacity in the next two years After a long and steady decline, Chinese prices.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Feedstocks news in brief
FPCC SHUTS CRACKER FOR MAINTENANCE Taiwan's Formosa Petrochemical Corp. (FPCC) has closed its 1.03m tonne/year No. 2 Mailiao cracker for 40-45.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Energy and feedstocks: Asia faces naphtha deluge
Demand is still in the doldrums as naphtha supply remains plentiful The Asian naphtha market continued to face a supply deluge, while demand.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Biofuels news in brief
POLISH BIOFUEL SALES QUADRUPLED IN H1 2010 Sales of ester-based biofuels in Poland more than quadrupled to 183,000 tonnes in the first half of.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

Tata Chemicals is the 2010 winner of the ICIS Innovation Awards
The results of the ICIS Innovation Awards 2010 can now be revealed. Of the 15 shortlisted entries in this year's competition, four have emerged.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

The ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors 2010 listing
Icis Chemical Business reveals the world's Top 100 chemical distributors more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

The ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors introduction: Distribution is King
The chemical distribution model is solid and remains a key contributor to the growth of the economy Chemical distribution is the key link in the.... more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

The ICIS Innovation Awards 2010: Dow Corning seeks innovative ideas in many ways
Dow Corning continues to focus on innovation in selected areas to drive growth and new business. The company has some novel ways of generating ideas more
(11 October 2010 00:00)

VIDEO - ICIS news Lunchtime Bulletin 11 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Monday 11 October from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(11 October 2010 05:41)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 11 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Monday 11 October from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(11 October 2010 14:36)

ICIS Chemical Business podcast October 11, 2010
FEED ICIS Chemical Business podcast October 11, 2010   The issue of ICIS Chemical Business for the week of October 11 has as.... more
(11 October 2010 22:09)

VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 12 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Tuesday 12 October 2010 from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you.... more
(12 October 2010 07:00)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 12 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Tuesday 12 October from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(12 October 2010 14:45)

VIDEO – ICIS Americas Lunchtime Bulletin 12 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for the Americas on Tuesday from ICIS . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(12 October 2010 19:00)

VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 13 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Wednesday 13 October from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the.... more
(13 October 2010 05:34)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 13 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Wednesday 13 October from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(13 October 2010 13:15)

VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 14 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Thursday 14 October from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(14 October 2010 05:21)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 14 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Thursday 14 October from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(14 October 2010 13:56)

VIDEO - ICIS news Asia Lunchtime Bulletin 15 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Asia on Friday 15 October from ICIS news TV . The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all.... more
(15 October 2010 06:00)

VIDEO - ICIS news Europe Lunchtime Bulletin 15 October 2010
Here is the lunchtime bulletin for Europe on Friday 15 October from ICIS. The Lunchtime Bulletin brings you all the latest.... more
(15 October 2010 13:29)